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Cover Supervisor - South Manchester

Tradewind Recruitment
Posted 7 days ago, valid for 11 days
Location

Manchester, Greater Manchester M17 1DJ, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a Cover Supervisor in South Manchester for a full-time role starting September 2025.
  • Candidates should have a minimum of 6 weeks' experience working with students aged 11-16 and a bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification.
  • The position involves supervising secondary classes, delivering pre-prepared lessons, and supporting students' learning across various subjects.
  • The school, rated 'Good' by Ofsted, offers competitive daily pay and excellent facilities, alongside opportunities for professional development.
  • Salary details are competitive, and applicants can expect support with interview preparation and lesson planning.

Tradewind Recruitment: Cover Supervisor - South Manchester

Location: South ManchesterStart Date: September 2025Contract: Full-time, long-termHours: Monday to Friday, 8:20am - 3:20pm

Are you a graduate or experienced cover supervisor looking for full-time work in Manchester from September? Join a high-performing, Ofsted-rated Good secondary academy and make a meaningful impact on students' learning and development.

The Role:

  • Supervise secondary classes in the absence of teachers (ages 11-18)
  • Deliver pre-prepared lessons and manage classroom behaviour
  • Support learning across multiple subjects and year groups
  • Contribute to enrichment sessions, admin tasks, and pastoral support when not covering lessons

Ideal Candidate:

We welcome applications from graduates with experience in:

  • Working in schools or colleges
  • Youth work or sports coaching
  • Outdoor education or children's activity leadership
  • Community groups or church youth clubs

Preferred degrees in Maths, English, Science, or Humanities, with strong GCSEs (Grades A*-C / 6-9) in core subjects.

What the School Offers:

  • Ofsted-rated Good (2019)
  • Oversubscribed academy for students aged 0-19
  • Excellent facilities and strong behaviour policies
  • Supportive leadership and CPD linked to curriculum areas
  • Opportunities for long-term growth or PGCE pathways

To Be Considered, You Must Meet the Following Criteria:

  • Minimum of 6 weeks' experience (within the last 3 years) working with students aged 11-16
  • A referee who can provide a detailed reference for this experience
  • Enhanced DBS Disclosure, overseas police checks (if applicable), and full professional references
  • A CV with complete employment and education history, including explanations for any gaps
  • Legal right to work in the UK
  • A bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification

Why Join Tradewind?

  • Competitive daily pay
  • No planning or marking responsibilities
  • Free CPD access (2,500+ online courses) through The National College
  • Personal support with interview prep, placements, and lesson planning
  • Quick and reliable payroll service (in-house, UK-based)
  • Holiday pay options and referral bonuses
  • Social and networking events throughout the year

Apply Now:Call the Manchester office on or email to apply or learn more about similar roles for the 2025 academic year.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.